Stephanie Ma, MD

Dr. Ma preformed breast reduction surgery that was combined mastopexy (breast lift) with breast reduction. Her articulate surgical precision provided results that surpassed my expectation. Dr. Ma has excellent communications skills to best understand the procedure, recovery time and understanding any concerns I may have had. She communicates expectations clearly. Her professional team provided passionate, knowledgeable care. The team at The Cosmetic Surgery Clinic is well organized and thought of every detail, down to ordering prescriptions to have on the day of surgery. They sincerely cared about me as a person and set expectations from the beginning of the process until my after surgery care. I would highly recommend Dr. Ma as a surgeon and know you would receive the best care possible and an articulate surgeon. My breast reduction surgery is life changing – the breast weight has lifted, clothing fits better and physical activities more comfortable. Dr. Ma, thank you for taking this journey with me and your compassionate care and attention to all details.

I had Breast Reduction Surgery few months ago and it was performed by Dr.Stephanie Ma. I’m grateful for how she treat me from the day I went for consultation very kind and knowledgeable she made me feel very comfortable. On the day of my surgery she came to see me before my surgery felt very safe knowing she will be the one to do my Surgery and my result were excellent I can’t thank Dr.Ma Enough I was in tears she brought my confidence back and I will always be grateful for that she is incredibly talented Surgeon and i recommend her.

I have had several consultations with other local and out of town plastic surgeons to ensure that I get the very best. Then I found the incredibly talented Dr. Steffy Ma! It has been an extremely positive experience from the very first day of my consultation. Dr. Ma had thoroughly assessed me and made a few recommendations before scheduling me for a surgery. The big day arrived and I had undergone an abdominoplasty, breast augmentation complimented with a mastopexy. I totally trusted Dr Ma, accompanied by a thorough and caring anesthesiologist, the lovely O.R. staff that was so super nice; the wonderful nurse Lauren and the entire staff at the clinic which was beyond exceptional. I felt right at home in this magnificent state of the art facility surrounded by people that I never seen before, yet the way I was embraced I felt so much at ease....This amazing and skilled surgeon had transformed me into a whole new person going above and beyond my expectations. The way I have always felt inside finally aligns with the way I look outside. With so much gratitude, thank you so much Dr. Ma and thank you everyone on the surgical and administrative TEAM at the Cosmetic Surgery Clinic!

I'm starting this review 4 weeks post-op.

After losing 70+ pounds my body didn't look the same. I spent a few months researching whether or not I wanted to go the surgery route to get my body back. After going to several plastic surgeons in my area, I decided Dr. Ma was the best. She was thorough in the expectations, side effects, outcomes, and answered all my questions. The clinic staff were helpful in answering my questions and getting paperwork for my work as well. All surgical garments were provided.

My implants were 345 and 360 natrelle inspira under the muscle, with a lollipop lift. I had a drainless tummy tuck with lipo to the flank and 'fupa.'

My first week of recovery was surprisingly easy, which can probably be explained to me being healthy, fit and young. I could walk, get out of chairs, do stairs, shower and wash my hair, and make simple foods without issue. I couldn't reach above my shoulders and was hunched over during this time. I did nap frequently and found I got tired after doing any basic 'chore' though. I slept and pretty much lived in a recliner chair. The most annoying part about recovery was the peeing every 2 hours. I barely got any sleep as I was up all night peeing. I mainly took Tylenol for pain management as I thought the pain was tolerable.

My second week was similar to the first week, but not hunched over. It wasn't until the third week that I was standing up fully straight and sleeping in a bed. My breasts were very hard and swollen still.

My fourth week was pretty much back to normal. Near the end of this week I returned to work with some lifting required. My breasts had softened up at this point and feel more normal. I found my abdomen wasn't as swollen. I find coughing, and sneezing to be difficult still.

With the lipo I have the 'fatty deposits' along my sides. On the left side I was able to massage the deposits out between weeks 2-3, but I have a rather large deposit right above my hip that is taking a long time to go away.

I am very confident when all the swelling goes down my results will be what I wanted. I am already more confident in my body.

Updated on 18 Jan 2020:
I am 4 months post-op and the swelling is mostly gone. I do wear my compression garment everyday still, although I find it more of a habit than necessity. At night it is more needed due to swelling being more pronounced and the compression garment is just making everything feel better.

For scar care, I use Bio Oil and Vaseline. Once a week I'll do alpha lipoic acid from the ordinary.

It took me a while to start doing HIIT exercises again, maybe around the 3 month mark. I still haven't gotten back in the groove. I am back to my old self though, and work life and social life is back to normal. I haven't gained any weight, I am still maintaining my weight loss.

Overall this surgery was well worth it. I have no regrets and would highly recommend Dr. Ma and the Cosmetic Surgery Clinic

Updated on 30 Jun 2020:
So I’m 10 months out. Any minor inconsistencies I’ve seen have smoothed over or just don’t notice. My hourglass figure has taken form and stayed true.

I’ve been working out regularly to help build muscle to areas that have been saggy, like the butt and abs.

I’m using bio oil and Vaseline as scar care treatment.

My only complaint is that I still have numbness to the lower abdo where the TT scar is. I can’t feel anything and there is some tightness when doing certain yoga poses. But this is expected and should hopefully resolve in the coming months.

Overall I’m really happy I went through with the mommy makeover and it’s money well spent. No regrets.

This is long overdue, but I had breast reduction revision surgery performed by Dr. Ma. She is THE BEST surgeon for breasts, hands down. My breasts were horribly disfigured by my first surgery done by another surgeon. Dr. Ma and her clinic were amazing. The clinic staff are incredibly professional & friendly. The clinic itself is beautiful. I will be forever grateful for my experience at The Plastic Surgery Clinic and for all that Dr. Ma did for me. You won’t find a better surgeon!

I know this is a little late, but I'm about ten months post op for a breast reduction and minor lift. Dr. Ma was helpful, professional, and reassuring, the entire process went incredibly smooth from start to finish and I could not be more pleased with the results. My recovery was quick and painless, the scars are healing beautifully, and now my life (and back and neck) is painless as well!

On may 1st I had a breast lift and reduction to fix asymmetry as well as abdominoplasty. I am just going to review the breast lift, as I still have some swelling from the tummy tuck so can't give a final opinion on that yet. Anyways, Dr Ma had an amazing bedside manner, the whole staff were prompt with responding to all my questions I may have and I had my consultation and aurgery in a timely manner. I am absolutely THRILLED with the results of my breast lift, Dr Ma is truly an artist.

I had a fantastic experience in the care of Dr Ma. She took great care of me and was incredibly personable and professional. I am very happy with the outcome and was happy to get very thorough instructions on how to care for my incisions afterwards. Her staff is amazing and the clinic was beautiful!

The cosmetic surgery clinic was amazing to work with. The staff went above and beyond my expectations in everything they did from consult to surgery to post op appointments. Dr. Ma was so helpful during my consult with explaining the different procedures and what she recommended for me and what I was looking for. Her contagious personality only adds to the experience as I often felt like I was talking with a friend. My results are amazing, the scarring is minimal and the recovery was a breeze. I would highly recommend Dr. Ma to anyone I know, she really is an incredible doctor and person. Check her out!

I finally went for it! I have always been disappointed in my breasts. They never developed the way I wanted and after weight fluctuation and giving birth to my daughter they seemed to be even more saggy and deflated. I am so pleased to have found the surgeon I wanted and done at the clinic I had hoped to have the procedure performed. My initial consult was on Oct.21st 2016. My surgery was on Nov. 8th 2016.

Updated on 10 Nov 2016:
I'm feeling great considering having surgery. I have been feeling better than what I was expecting. Right after surgery I felt like I needed the full amount of medication prescribed. I am going to back off of it and try half because I'm feeling a little nauseous. I'm so happy that I decided not to go really big! I was nervous that perhaps I'd regret not going up a size but that was not the look I was after. Even when I had gone into the clinic to reassure myself and try on the size I chose and the size up my patient coordinator Jenna put my mind at ease and reaffirmed that what I had chosen looked the best.
I have my first post-op appointment today and I get to shower today!!!
My sister has been amazing in helping me change dressings and she's going to help me shower!
I can't stress enough how important it is to have help you will need it!!!!

Updated on 13 Nov 2016:
So I'm five days out of surgery and I'm impressed! I am very pleased with how well I'm healing. The pain is more of a discomfort than anything which I've been managing with pain meds. I've been walking and showering on my on and doing everything I would normally do just slower. I've been listening to my body and resting when needed. I haven't been pushing myself but want to increase my strength. On Friday I decided to take my temperature and I had a fever!
I had been hot and cold but I guess I didn't think too much of it until I felt like I was on fire. I asked my mom to take me to the hospital right away because I couldn't get my fever down. I guess it is common to get a low-grade fever after surgery. I was prescribed antibiotics and since taking them it's gone down to normal or just above.
Other than that I'm doing great and everyday is better!!!
I can't stress enough how happy I am with the size!!..... Bigger isn't better in my case!., this size is meant for my body:) love them!!

Updated on 16 Nov 2016:
Well I went driving for the first time today!!!!! I will now only be taking extra-strength Tylenol so fingers crossed, hope that's going to be enough! I'm slightly paranoid about going back to work because I'm a chef and I cook for 200+ people/day by myself! Lots of heavy lifting and fast pace! I'm set to go back on Tuesday but we will see at my checkup on Monday how I'm doing!

Updated on 16 Nov 2016:
I'm doing good with just Tylenol! Yay! So I've had the most "normal" day today;)
And I put on my bikini and before the top was way too big, now I've got a gap!!!!! My bathing suit top doesn't even touch my skin in between!!!!!!!!
What a celebration! So so so happy!

Updated on 22 Nov 2016:
So it's been under two weeks and I'm back to work
I was really scared to come back because as a chef, my job is very physical. I made it through the day no problem! I just took my time and asked for help. My team was really supportive and lifted the few objects that I knew were too heavy.
So I knew my limits! And behaved:)
I also noticed when enough was enough and kept on top of the Tylenol extra strength.
So I'm rock in' recovery!!!!!!